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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122214 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, beach near Old Nags Head Cove
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, OBX Laser Tag
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nags Head

This vacation home places you next to Seaside Art Gallery and within a 10-minute walk of Dowdy Park. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Seaside Art Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • beach near Old Nags Head Cove - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dowdy Park - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • OBX Laser Tag - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Biscuits N’ P*rn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Azteca - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

SEMI-OCEANFRONT! Ocean views, private pool, hot tub and pet friendly!

NH-2 "Dolphin Watch" 4-Bedroom Nags Head Vacation Rental in Nags Head with private pool, hot tub, pet-friendly, and semi-oceanfront
Saturday to Saturday • Semi-oceanfront • Ocean views • Private pool • Hot tub • Pet-friendly!

4 Bedrooms, 3 full baths, Sleeps 12 (2 Kings, 1 Queen, 1 Twin, 1 Pyramid Bunk with trundle, 1 Sleeper sofa) Den with sleeper sofa acts as 5th sleeping area!
Please look at the floor plan above the description for room layouts.

Beach Gear Credit Included
$250 CREDIT TOWARD BEACH GEAR RENTAL
*From 5/1/26-9/13/26 Check-in Dates
*Applies to 7-Day Rentals

Come, relax, and fall in love with the Outer Banks at this semi-oceanfront Nags Head home. Dolphin Watch is perfectly situated to experience the best Outer Banks has to offer. Just 300 feet to the beach access and ocean views from the top two floors. Watch the sunrise from the comfort of your bed in one of the mid-level master suites. Walk to breakfast at the Nags Head Fishing Pier restaurant or for morning coffee at Morning View Coffee House. Take an afternoon stroll for ice cream at Booty Treats. Enjoy soothing ocean views while dining, inside or out. At day's end, watch shooting stars from your top deck ocean-side 6-person hot tub, and take a refreshing dip in the private pool!

The kitchen is enormous and well-appointed. The dining area features a 10-person table with a breakfast bar that seats an additional four people. Two decks are furnished, one with a large dining area. The beautiful living room features vaulted ceilings, fans, a flat-screen HDTV with premium cable channels, and wireless internet. There is a separate den for the kids, complete with a flat-screen TV, sound system, and games. You'll have your small private pool with a mosaic dolphin.

The beach here is beautiful, clean, and uncrowded. Breathe in the ocean air and let your worries fade as you enjoy your week at Dolphin Watch in Nags Head!

Top level:
Master Bedroom (King), TV; great room with deck access, ocean views, and a large flat-screen TV; dining area; kitchen with a breakfast bar for 4.

Middle level:
5th sleeping area in the den with a lovely sleeper sofa and TV! Master Bedroom (King) with deck access and TV; Bedroom (queen and twin); Bedroom (pyramid bunk and twin with trundle); full hall bath with whirlpool tub and shower; den with TV.

Bottom level:
Private pool with an enclosed outdoor shower (featuring a dressing area); laundry facilities.

4 TVs (top-level living area and master bedroom, mid-level in master and the den!)

Property Highlights:
• Bed linens and 12 bath sets provided unless otherwise stated in the lease.
• ECI (Early Check-in) 1:00 p.m. Call for availability and pricing.
Access to the bottom level and pool area is only available until the home is clean. (upon availability).
• Pool dates: 5/2/26-10/24/26 2027: 5/1/27-10/23/27
• Pool size: 15 X 8.
• Parking spots: 4.
• Hot tub: Open year-round
• Approximately 300 ft/1.5 min. to the beach access - located around milepost 10.
• RVs, trailers, and U-Hauls are prohibited.
• Nonsmoking.
• Dog-friendly, maximum two dogs, no puppies.
• Fireplace is decorative only - Non-Functional.
• FMILY GROUPS ONLY! Parents, siblings, Aunts/Uncles, grandparents, cousins, and friends.
• Absolutely no non-family groups. College groups, high school civic groups, and any other groups under 25 years of age.

K Club Member:
As a member of the K Club, guests will benefit from an exclusive amenity program offering:
Preferred green fee rates at Kilmarlic Golf Club and special rates for Kitty Hawk Kites activities.
Special discount pricing from places like Corolla Outback Adventures, Wild Horse Tours, Ghost Crab Quest, H2obx Waterpark, and Outer Banks Adventures.
Visit kclubobx.com for details, rates, and to make a reservation!

Internet:
All of our homes are equipped with wifi. However, due to the nature of our area, we cannot guarantee the internet will always be functioning, as the Outer Banks can experience outages from time to time. We strongly advise that guests bring their hotspots or other cell phone service devices to provide internet access, especially if they need it for work or school. Shoreline OBX and our homeowners are not responsible for any internet interruptions.

Local attractions:
In addition to our beautiful beaches, enjoy a vast array of local attractions…
· Fishing Charters
· Dolphin Tours
· Currituck Beach Lighthouse
· Wright Brothers National Memorial
· NC Aquarium
· Whalehead Club
· Jockey's Ridge State Park
· Elizabethan Gardens
· The Lost Colony Outdoor Theater
· Waterpark
· First Flight Adventure Park
· Wild Horse Tours
· Shopping, Restaurants, Golf
There is so much for your family to experience and enjoy!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,214 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Lease Agreement must be signed and returned within 48 hours of booking. Booking will be canceled without a signed copy of the lease agreement.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Semi-oceanfront Ocean Views hot tub pet Friendly Sat.-sat
316809
Semi-oceanfront Ocean Views hot tub pet Friendly Sat.-sat House
Semi-oceanfront Ocean Views hot tub pet Friendly Sat.-sat House

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home in Nags Head is within a 10-minute walk of Seaside Art Gallery and Dowdy Park. You'll also find Jockey's Ridge State Park and OBX Laser Tag less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at SEMI-OCEANFRONT! Ocean views, private pool, hot tub and pet friendly!?

Yes, though there is a max of 4 spaces. You'll find a max of limited parking spaces.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is SEMI-OCEANFRONT! Ocean views, private pool, hot tub and pet friendly! a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a private pool and a kitchen in each house, and some feature beach view.

Are there hot tubs at SEMI-OCEANFRONT! Ocean views, private pool, hot tub and pet friendly!?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at SEMI-OCEANFRONT! Ocean views, private pool, hot tub and pet friendly!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional), which is 12.5 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at SEMI-OCEANFRONT! Ocean views, private pool, hot tub and pet friendly!?

Yes, every house at SEMI-OCEANFRONT! Ocean views, private pool, hot tub and pet friendly! comes with a balcony and some offer beach views.

SEMI-OCEANFRONT! Ocean views, private pool, hot tub and pet friendly! Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 71 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall a great stay, great location! Would stay here again - the host was very accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! House had everything we needed for the week and was very spacious.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nancy S.

4 Stars

The house was great and in a wonderful location. We all enjoyed our stay very much.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and great location...

We had a great time at this house. The house and location was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Pam V.

Nice home

The house was a very nice place to stay for a week! Nice and close to the beach and a very nice swimming pool. The kids had a great time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family Vacation

Close to EVERYTHING! Beach, stores, activities!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great vacation

Convenient and well maintained. Great place for those with teens--close to the beach, option of the hot tub and pool, WiFi, easy walking distance to putt-putt, ice cream, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dolphin Watch

We had a great time. The area was perfect for getting to the beach, dining & shopping for necessities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandi J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation home

We were very impressed with our stay! The kitchen was very well stocked, much better than I anticipated. Location is great, short walk to the beach. Also having the private pool and the hot tub was perfect for the days we didn't want the sand. It was the perfect house and location for our 3 family vacation with 11 people total. Would stay again in a minute!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Pamela O.

Great for families and their pets!

We enjoyed staying at your home. It was the perfect location and quiet at night. We had a family of 7 and 1 medium dog. It was perfect with extra space for others if needed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation 2023

Had a great time. Great location to enjoy the beach weather for the week. All went too fast!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sandy R.

Spring Break in Nags Head

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house, really close to the beach access and in walking distance to many shops, eateries, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Effortless

We loved our stay. Communication was great, and the property was as advertised and well equipped. My only suggestion would be to include kitchen towels and dishcloths. We had a great week. The kids loved the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindsey P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Location was great. Nice house, yet could have been a tad cleaner upon checking in. Had everything we needed except trashcans.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann G.

Great vacation

The house was convenient and well maintained. Everything was in working order. The hot tub was a big hit with the teenagers who could soak as they kept tabs on the passing action below. Kitchen was well equipped. Thanks for a much needed pleasant vacation.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Carol W.

4 Stars

We chose this home for its location, four bedrooms, pool, and hot tub! The location had easy access to the beach and walkable to coffee shops, ice cream shops, and grocery store! It was well equipped for our family of nine! Only downside was our thoughts that it could have been cleaner! We had a wonderful week with perfect weather!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

DOLPHIN WATCH VERY RELAXING.

Just what my wife and I needed to get away with our dog who is diabetic and can't be left at a kennel. There were many very nice facilities (Jacuzzi) that we did not use but would in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Last minute getaway

We loved the house! So close to the beach. It had all of our needs. Had a hiccup with the entry code getting in, we called the emergency number and they called back within 20 minutes with a new code. We decided on this last minute vacation and our first time renting from this company and would book again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot to spend with family and small kids

This property was in a great location and was well set up for our family. We liked the small pool which was nice for infants/toddlers or if you just wanted to cool down and the balconies were nice in the morning and evening. We loved the hot tub! Might have been nice to have a few more blankets so maybe bring some of your own if you know you like to have extra at night. It was also next to a great ice cream spot and they had a beach wagon and bikes there! All around great spot and perfect for a little family time on the outer banks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent for dogs and kids

The hardwood laminate and ceramic tile throughout kept cleanup simple. Kitchen had the basics needed for a family who doesn't need to cook anything fancy. Beds very comfortable. Some minor maintenance issues, but the two that we asked to have addressed were handled promptly and professionally. Would use for a winter rental again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Great week

House was great. The great room/dining area was a great meeting point. The front porchdeck and hot tub was wonderful. The pool was the perfect size and depth to enjoy. We put a beach tent over the pool which made it much more enjoyable. Beach is close easy walk. Only downside to house and beach were stairs. If you have problem with stairs not the house or beach for you.
Verified

8/10 Good

Peggy p.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dog friendly

Property was good for having a dog. Experienced several maintenance issues … sheets not fitting beds, missing or burned out light bulbs, floors were dirty, non working outlet outside ground floor, broken trash can…..Easy stuff for maintenance to fix. Location was great. Easy near access to beach…. And lots of near ice cream!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

September 2023 Stay

Kitchen was well stocked. This was our first time taking a dog with us… not sure we will do that again. Queen bed needs new mattress! Everything else went well.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Denise H.

Great location

Our stay was fantastic.. the only reason I did not give an excellent rating was the floors were dirty when we arrived. The house needs some updating, some minor broken items i.e blinds, shower door. But again the location was fantastic, short walk to the beach, enjoyed staying by the pool, very quiet and relaxing, the hot tub was another bonus..had a lot of kitchen items. Check in process was spot on, able to get in on time, door is tricky but the instructions they sent were fantastic very detailed on all aspects of the rental, so enjoyed that we have rebooked for next year!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Our 2022 Beach vacation

The property was just as listed, and beach access was great. There was plenty of room for the whole family and the kitchen was well stocked. The cleaning could have been a bit better as there was a great deal of food and dust under the sofa and chair in the living room, but other than that it was great. I would advise that anyone traveling with toddlers that the openings for the staircases are wider than a standard door frame as we brought baby gates, but they were too small for the opening, so we had to search for a wider gate in the surrounding areas and it was a challenge. We would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

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